Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
Especially For Children, Inc.
Inver Grove Heights, MN
· Dakota County
6125 Cahill Ave E,
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
Quick Facts
Capacity
119 children
Age Range
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (651) 450-1994
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
830311
License Holder
Especially for Children, Inc.
Licensed Since
1997
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Dakota County Community Services
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About the Provider
Especially for Children provides care and education for young children which enhances their emotional security and self-esteem while stimulating their intellectual growth. We enable children to explore and discover with their peers and with encouraging adults in a creative and safe environment. We also seek to provide peace of mind and a supportive community through trained personnel family events and excellent programs.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
- Open HoursMon - Fri: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Inspection/Report History
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| Report Date | Report Type | Report Status |
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| 2026-02-04 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications Violation Description: Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Corrected on site |
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| 2025-03-31 | Fine Order | |
| 2025-02-26 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.146, subdivision 3 - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item D - Medication/First Aid Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study for an individual when required, however the program submitted a study before DHS discovered the error. Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Infant and Toddler Care: Cribs were not checked annually against the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website's listing of unsafe cribs. Medication/First Aid: Products to control diaper rash were not properly labeled. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-02-09 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (e) - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility Violation Description: Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not included with other program policies and/or given to parents. Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2023-02-01 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 4 - Children's Records
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.146, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Children's Records: Children's files did not contain updated physical exam documentation when required. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2021-02-18 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2020-02-13 | Fine Order | |
| 2019-04-09 | Reconsideration Response Correction Order | |
| 2019-02-11 | Correction Order | |
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